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Appellate Law - USA - Nationwide

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Band 4

What the Team is Known For

Arnold & Porter's highly respected appellate group is well placed to represent clients in a wide range of commercial and public interest cases. It draws upon the firm's wider expertise across an array of practice areas to offer an integrated appellate service with expertise in areas such as intellectual property, First Amendment disputes and Native American law.

Work Highlights

  • Arnold & Porter represented Coast Guard reservist Nick Feliciano before the US Supreme Court in a case concerning federal differential pay for civilian employees called to active military service. The Court held that reservists activated during a national emergency are entitled to differential pay without showing that their service was substantively connected to a particular emergency.

Strengths

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Notable Practitioners

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John Elwood
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John Elwood
2
Band 2
John Elwood is a veteran appellate lawyer with a wealth of experience in complex and impactful disputes work, handling appeals across subject areas including environmental law, labor and employment matters, government contracts and criminal law.

He's low key but intensely focused. He's superbly attentive to questions and comments from the court.

He's tremendous and business savvy.

John Elwood is always a standout. He's a really good writer.

Allon Kedem
3
Allon Kedem
3
Band 3
Allon Kedem is recognized for his extensive experience in litigation before all levels of court. He has expertise in procurement and criminal law litigation.

Ranked Lawyers at
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USA - Nationwide

Appellate Law

John Elwood
2
John Elwood
2
Band 2
Allon Kedem
3
Allon Kedem
3
Band 3